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Paul Pogba looked to be itching for a return to Premier League action as he trained alongside Manchester United teammates for a second time this week.

The World Cup winner was spotted going through training drills on a Cheshire pitch with teammates Anthony Martial, Victor Lindelof and Andreas Pereira, with social distancing being observed at all times.

Pogba has made just eight appearances for United this season as he has suffered from a troublesome ankle injury and related issues.

Pogba was stepping up his fitness in the park (Image: ZENPIX LTD)

His last appearance saw him come on at half-time of the 4-1 win over Newcastle United at Old Trafford on Boxing Day, but he was said to be closing in on a return to the fold before football was halted amid the coronavirus crisis.

The Premier League's 'Project Restart' plans are gathering pace following a productive meeting with managers on Wednesday, although it is said that players are still seeking assurances over safety protocols before agreeing to return.

Anthony Martial was also undertaking training drills (Image: Eamonn and James Clarke)

Some players were due to undergo the first set of coronavirus tests on Thursday, but there are still further hurdles to pass before clubs can agree to resume anything like 'normal' training sessions.

With managers hopeful of a full month of training before returning to matches, it is now widely expected that the provisional return date of June 12 will be put back one week to June 19.